Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Directions
- 1Spray a 13x18 sheet pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2Prepare the homemade fajita seasoning blend by combining 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, 2 teaspoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
- 3Stir the seasoning blend and set aside.
- 4Slice four boneless, skinless chicken breasts into even strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick and 2 inches long.
- 5Add the sliced chicken to a large mixing bowl.
- 6Slice one red onion and three different colored bell peppers (e.g., red and yellow) into strips.
- 7Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to the mixing bowl with the chicken.
- 8Add 2 teaspoons of freshly minced garlic to the chicken and vegetables.
- 9Pour the fajita seasoning mix over the chicken and vegetables.
- 10Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the mixture.
- 11Toss all ingredients together with tongs until everything is evenly coated.
- 12Spread the seasoned chicken and vegetables onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring an even layer.
- 13If the sheet pan is too crowded, use another sheet pan to spread the ingredients further.
- 14Bake in a 400-degree Fahrenheit oven for about 15 minutes.
- 15After 15 minutes, stir the mixture and cook for a little bit more.
- 16Once out of the oven, squeeze fresh lime juice over the fajitas.
- 17Warm up some tortillas.
- 18Serve the fajitas with warm tortillas and any desired toppings, such as sour cream.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 red onion
- 3 bell peppers
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime
- 1 package tortillas
- 1 sour cream
Equipment
13x18 sheet pannon-stick cooking spraycutting boardknifesmall bowlsmixing bowltongslime squeezerblack plate
Tips
- Add a kick with red pepper flakes
- Ensure even thickness for uniform cooking
- Spread out ingredients on the baking sheet for even cooking, using another sheet pan if necessary
- Squeeze fresh lime juice on top right before serving for a pop of citrus flavor
- Warm tortillas and add a dollop of sour cream for extra enjoyment
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